1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1987 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1987 Ford Fairlane is newer by 17 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 @ 6600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fairlane. 1987 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1970 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1987 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GT | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 4088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2950 mm |
