1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 51 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1676 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
