1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 399 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 100 L |
