1971 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 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 226 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
| Model | 365 GTC | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |
