1967 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 725 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 GTO | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1640 kg |
