1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 53 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 897 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. 2008 Ford Explorer 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. 2008 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 344 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
