1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1989 Ford Festiva is newer by 18 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 283 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 weights approximately 734 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GTC 4 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2300 mm |
