1971 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 40 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 936 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (364 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. 2011 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. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GT | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 136 L |
