1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 650 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ferrari 512 TR 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 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 512 TR | Passat |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
