1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 39 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 146 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 412 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Golf |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 55 L |
