1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 40 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 174 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 291 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 (433 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 365 GT4 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 136 HP |
Torque | 433 Nm | 173 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |