1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 840 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1640 kg |
