1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,821 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 477 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 400.
Because 2009 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 400 | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4821 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
