1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 15 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 275 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 1995 Ferrari 512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 512 M | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1781 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
