1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 369 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 550 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 55 L |
