1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Ford Taurus. (284 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 747 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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. 2013 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 365 GT4 | Taurus |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1907 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2868 mm |