1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1979 Ford Capri
To start off, 1979 Ford Capri is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. 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. 1979 Ford Capri has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford Capri will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1979 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GT4 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
