1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 1991 Ford Falcon

To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 22 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 55 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS.

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, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. 1991 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Ferrari 365 GTS 1991 Ford Falcon
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 365 GTS Falcon
Year Released 1969 1991
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4390 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 317 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 364 Nm 388 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2800 mm


 

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