1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 53 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 2011 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. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 GT | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
