2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 400 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT.
Because 1971 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 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (364 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (286 Nm). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Venture | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
