1971 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (294 Nm). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-150. 2009 Ford F-150 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. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GT | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
