2004 Ferrari Superamerica vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2004 Ferrari Superamerica and 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (420 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 999 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Superamerica.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ferrari Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Superamerica (588 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (552 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Superamerica | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | Superamerica | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
