1969 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP) has 294 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 455 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 365 GTB | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 40 L |
