1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 515 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Because 1964 Ferrari GTO 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 1964 Ferrari GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI, 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 GTI (280 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
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1964 Ferrari GTO | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | GTO | GTI |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 280 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |