2007 Acura RL vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT

To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 111 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT.

Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL. 2007 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Acura RL 1968 Ferrari 365 GT
Make Acura Ferrari
Model RL 365 GT
Year Released 2007 1968
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 4390 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 320 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 71 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1464 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 100 L


 

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