2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2009 Ferrari 612 and 2009 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf, 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 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. 2009 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 612 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 55 L |
