1999 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1999 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 590 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana, 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari Maranello | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | Maranello | Santana |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 60 L |