1990 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (69 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 818 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari 412 GT | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 412 GT | Polo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |