1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 540 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 M | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 512 M | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3189 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2890 mm |