1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, both 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 and 1972 Honda Civic were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 1209 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 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 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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.
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1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1972 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 365 GT4 | Civic |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |