2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2008 Ferrari 612 and 2008 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 274 kg more than 2008 Ferrari 612.
Because 2008 Ferrari 612 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 2008 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan, 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 612 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |
