1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 405 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 GTO | Passat |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 70 L |
