1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 27 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 183 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 50 kg more than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1997 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 365 GT | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
