1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 16 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 GT | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
