1960 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 483 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 GT | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2919 mm |
