1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1983 Toyota Crown is newer by 11 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 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 134 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (176 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 247 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (260 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown. 1983 Toyota Crown 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. 1983 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 365 GT4 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 176 HP |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
