1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 50 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 120 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 810 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 250 GT | Element |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| 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 | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
