1992 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 435 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 512 TR | 411 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1678 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
