1964 Lamborghini 350 GT vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT would be higher. At 3,464 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 38 kg more than 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT.
Because 1964 Lamborghini 350 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 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT (327 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | 350 GT | Passat |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
