1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 31 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 80 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (240 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 6 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 365 GT | Golf |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
