2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2009 Ferrari 599 and 2009 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2009 Ferrari 599 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 2009 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 599 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 599 | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 608 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 45 L |