1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2001 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
