1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 839 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 250 GT | Touareg |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 1153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |