1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 9 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 415 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1449 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | F50 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 2356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
