1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 40 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 117 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 365 GT | A3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
