1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 338 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4.
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 GTC 4 (423 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GTC 4 | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 76 L |
