2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. 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 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 360 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
