2006 Audi A3 vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A3 | 365 GTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
