1972 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1972 TVR M
To start off, both 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC and 1972 TVR M 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 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1972 TVR M. (105 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 425 kg more than 1972 TVR M. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR M. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR M.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1972 TVR M | |
Make | Ferrari | TVR |
Model | 365 GTC | M |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |