1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 870 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 456M | 1967 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 456M | 1302 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 40 L |