1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ferrari 400 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 1978 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1978 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 400 | 1975 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 45 L |
