1964 Ferrari 275 vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1964 Ferrari 275 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 275 (256 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari 275 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 275 | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 275 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
