1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1974 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen K 70 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 190 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen K 70, 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1974 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 GT | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
