1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB weights approximately 185 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. 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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (134 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 365 BB | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 1605 cc |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 282 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
