1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 27 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 191 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 335 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 1997 Toyota Avensis 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. 1997 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1970 Ferrari 365 GT 1997 Toyota Avensis
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 365 GT Avensis
Year Released 1970 1997
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4388 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 86 mm
Top Speed 245 km/hour 195 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1275 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 60 L