1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 8 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 595 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. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 365 GT4 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
