1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 33 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 140 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 605 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150. 2004 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 has manual transmission. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GTC 4 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 98 L |
