1972 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1976 Ford Torino
To start off, 1976 Ford Torino is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. 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 240 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1976 Ford Torino | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 365 GTC | Torino |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 87 L |