1971 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1973 Nissan Violet is newer by 2 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 271 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 510 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 365 GTC | Violet |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
