1972 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1972 Ford Fairlane
To start off, both 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB and 1972 Ford Fairlane were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1972 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GTB | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
