1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 49 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 104 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 250 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 250 GT | Passat |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |