1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1971 Opel Rekord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT 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) has 258 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 510 kg more than 1971 Opel Rekord. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 365 GT | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
