1969 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1957 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1957 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 755 kg more than 1957 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GTC (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1957 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 365 GTC | Prefect |
Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2220 mm |