1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 48 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2036 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1956 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 3216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 167 L |
