1971 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1971 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB and 1971 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 625 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1971 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GTB | Escort |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
