1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1996 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, both 1996 Ferrari Maranello and 1996 Volkswagen Quantum were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 515 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari Maranello 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 Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Quantum, 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum. 1996 Volkswagen Quantum has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Volkswagen Quantum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 1996 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maranello | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
