1970 Volkswagen 411 vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 4,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ferrari 458 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (80 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ferrari 458 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411. 2013 Ferrari 458 has automatic transmission and 1970 Volkswagen 411 has manual transmission. 1970 Volkswagen 411 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ferrari 458 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Volkswagen 411 | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ferrari |
| Model | 411 | 458 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 86 L |
