1989 Ferrari F1 89 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1989 Ferrari F1 89 and 1989 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F1 89 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 (593 HP @ 12500 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 275 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F1 89.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari F1 89. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F1 89 | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | F1 89 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 593 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2140 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
