1954 Ferrari 250 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 250 would be higher. At 2,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 250 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1528 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 250.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ferrari 250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ferrari 250 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 250 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 60 L |
