1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 54 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1040 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 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 2012 Audi Q7 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. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 250 GT | Q7 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |