2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 545 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 456M.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari 456M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2001 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (500 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 456M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 456M | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3001 mm |
