1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 602 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 389 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Because 1996 Ferrari F50 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 1996 Ferrari F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (250 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | F50 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
