1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 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 590 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 402 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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 F50 (520 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (278 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | F50 | Passat |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 278 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |