2009 Audi A3 vs. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT

To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 680 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 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 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3, 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.

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2009 Audi A3 1967 Ferrari 365 GT
Make Audi Ferrari
Model A3 365 GT
Year Released 2009 1967
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1948 cc 4390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 71 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 100 L