1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR 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 186 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 663 kg more than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 512 TR | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2881 mm |
