1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang 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 12 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mustang. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 44 kg more than 2012 Ford Mustang. 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GT | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1566 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
