2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 144 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2006 Ferrari F430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | F430 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
