1971 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 845 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (364 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GT | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
