2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey. 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | 360 | Healey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
