2007 Audi TT vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Audi TT. (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 170 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT 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, 2007 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | TT | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
