2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Because 2011 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (375 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 360 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
