2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 612 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 270 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 612 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |
