1960 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 281 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 250 GT | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 250 GT | Golf |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
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 | 239 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |