1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 49 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 3,796 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 877 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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. 2009 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 GTE | Routan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 78 L |
