1991 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 512 TR | Passat |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2327 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
