1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 36 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 130 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 400 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1995 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 GT | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1640 kg |
