1967 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 383 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 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 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Ferrari 365 GT 2004 Volkswagen Bora
Make Ferrari Volkswagen
Model 365 GT Bora
Year Released 1967 2004
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4390 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 86.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1227 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 55 L