1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 11 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 578 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1437 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (400 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | F50 | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 376 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
