1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 576 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 400 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 550 Nm |
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 | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 100 L |