1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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 183 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1384 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan, 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan.
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1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 250 Testarossa | Multivan |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |