1980 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Ferrari California
To start off, 2010 Ferrari California is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari California weights approximately 715 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ferrari |
| Model | Passat | California |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
