1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 56 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 250 GT | Golf |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |