1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (173 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 364 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 400.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg 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 Touareg (400 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 400. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 400 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 400 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 100 L |