1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 360 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. 2012 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1955 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 250 GT | TT |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
