1988 Austin Montego vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 494 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Montego | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
