1985 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1985 Ferrari 412 GT 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 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 412 GT | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 412 GT | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 55 L |
