2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 612 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
