2005 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 5,997 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 15 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. 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 Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Maranello | 1997 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maranello | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
