1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 49 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 167 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 1544 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Kombi |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |
