2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 484 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (140 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 550 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
