1987 Ferrari GTO vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1987 Ferrari GTO is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 149 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (401 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari GTO | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
| Model | GTO | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 904 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
