1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP) has 149 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 769 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE 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 GTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan, 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 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (200 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 GTE | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |
