1963 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 189 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 1963 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 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Eos, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. 2012 Volkswagen Eos has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 250 GTE | Eos |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2951 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 55 L |