1969 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 277 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 715 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ferrari | Smart |
Model | 365 GTC | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 22 L |