1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (173 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 654 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
