1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 790 kg more than 1995 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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 365 GT | Fusca |
Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4388 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |