1953 Ferrari 250 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 250 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 250 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1528 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 250.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ferrari 250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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.
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1953 Ferrari 250 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
Model | 250 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2718 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 82 L |