1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 662 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Maranello.
Because 1998 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 1998 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Maranello | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maranello | Touran |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 479 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 60 L |
