1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1978 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.
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1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1968 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 365 GT4 | GTO |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 6549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |