2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari F550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari F550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 617 kg more than 2001 Ferrari F550.
Because 2012 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari F550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | F550 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
