2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (159 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
| Model | 360 | Firenza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
