1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
Model | 365 GT4 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |