1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1959 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 434 kg more than 1959 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1959 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 365 GT | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |