1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 477 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 400.
Because 1981 Ferrari 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 400 (392 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
