1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1967 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 (310 HP) has 258 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 373 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. 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, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 (433 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1967 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GT4 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
