1972 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 2004 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 32 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 86 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 295 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. 2004 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC has manual transmission. 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC | 2004 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GTC | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 59 L |
