1969 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC 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 218 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC 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 GTC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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 GTC (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 365 GTC | Civic |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |