1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 50 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 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 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 250 GT | Touareg |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |