1971 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 33 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 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 260 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 795 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Smart |
| Model | 365 GT | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 33 L |
