2007 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 681 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ferrari |
| Model | Phaeton | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 86 L |
