1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 512 M | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
