2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 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 335 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 459 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 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 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 550 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| 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 | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
