1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 615 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 411. 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 456M | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 456M | 411 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |