2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare

To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 26 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 355 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ferrari 612 1979 Plymouth Volare
Make Ferrari Plymouth
Model 612 Volare
Year Released 2005 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5752 cc 3687 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 533 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 589 Nm 232 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 5120 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2870 mm


 

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