1969 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1985 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1985 Ford Taurus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1985 Ford Taurus. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Taurus weights approximately 15 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Because 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Taurus. (217 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1985 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GTB | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 45 L |
