2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 612 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 40 L |
