1971 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 35 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350. 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC. (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GTC | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 132 L |
