1963 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 50 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 78 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 GTE | Golf |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| 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 | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 55 L |
