1971 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2007 Ford GT 500
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 36 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Ford GT 500.
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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (364 Nm). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ferrari 365 GT | 2007 Ford GT 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 365 GT | GT 500 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 678 Nm |
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 | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |