2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 433 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 456M | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
