2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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.
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2001 Ferrari 360 | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 360 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |