1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 624 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 400 | Passat |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 55 L |