2009 Audi TT vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 455 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | TT | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 133 L |
