1984 Ferrari GTO vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 426 kg more than 1984 Ferrari GTO.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari GTO. (496 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari GTO. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari GTO has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari GTO | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTO | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 16.8: 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2256 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2893 mm |
