1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 42 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 157 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 291 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus. 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, 2012 Ford Focus, 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GT | Focus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1319 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 47 L |
