1971 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 460 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 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 (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
Model | 365 GTC | Victor |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |