1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 51 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 250 Testarossa | Touareg |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 100 L |