1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, both 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 and 1976 Ford Cortina were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GT4 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
