1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 208 | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 208 | Fusca |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |