1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 vs. 1972 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1972 Reliant Scimitar 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 202 more horse power than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (423 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | 1972 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
| Model | 365 GTC 4 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
