1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 51 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 47 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 GT | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
