1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 567 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 374 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Because 1999 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 1999 Ferrari F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | F50 | Touran |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |