1973 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP) has 559 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ferrari |
| Model | 1600 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 612 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 105 L |
