1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 528 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | F355 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
