1970 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 265 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Impala | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Impala | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2560 mm |
