1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. (130 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire weights approximately 173 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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:
| 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 365 GT4 | Starfire |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
