1960 Vauxhall Velox vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia

To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 309 kg more than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Vauxhall Velox.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Vauxhall Velox 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
Make Vauxhall Ferrari
Model Velox 458 Italia
Year Released 1960 2010
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2262 cc 4500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 72 HP 570 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 9000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 539 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1176 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4526 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1938 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1214 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 86 L


 

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