1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 377 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 365 GTB | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
