2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 180 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Volare. 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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari Maranello | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
Model | Maranello | Volare |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |