2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 547 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 612 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 55 L |
