1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2000 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Previa is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Previa weights approximately 345 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Previa, 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, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 2000 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 250 GT | Previa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
