1995 Volkswagen Gol vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia

To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 585 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Gol.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Volkswagen Gol 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
Make Volkswagen Ferrari
Model Gol 458 Italia
Year Released 1995 2011
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 997 cc 4500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 49 HP 570 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 9000 RPM
Torque 71 Nm 539 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 6000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4526 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1938 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1214 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2649 mm


 

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