1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS weights approximately 740 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS 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 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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 GTS (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GTS | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2300 mm |
