1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1977 Ford 2000
To start off, 1977 Ford 2000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (99 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1977 Ford 2000 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GT | 2000 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |