1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1987 Toyota Century
To start off, 1987 Toyota Century is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Century weights approximately 626 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Toyota Century (289 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 1987 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. 1987 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1955 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 1987 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 250 GT | Century |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
