1971 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 42 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 15 more horse power than 2013 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (364 Nm). This means 2013 Acura TL 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 | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Acura |
| Model | 365 GT | TL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
