1971 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 36 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 195 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 540 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Because 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 365 GTC | Civic |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 50 L |
