2004 Audi A2 vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT

To start off, 2004 Audi A2 is newer by 34 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 257 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 680 kg more than 2004 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2.

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2004 Audi A2 1970 Ferrari 365 GT
Make Audi Ferrari
Model A2 365 GT
Year Released 2004 1970
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1190 cc 4388 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 60 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 71 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.5:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 168 km/hour 245 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 100 L