1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 32 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, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Ford GT 40.
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) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GT | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 107 L |
