1971 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1600 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (364 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1971 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GT | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 167 L |
