1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB 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 332 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB weights approximately 290 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 365 BB | Passat |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 1422 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
