2004 Ferrari 612 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 609 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 612 | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 612 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
