1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 32 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 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 359 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
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) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen W12. (335 Nm). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen W12. 2002 Volkswagen W12 has automatic transmission and 1970 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen W12 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 365 GT | W12 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 349 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
