1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon is newer by 35 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 400 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (311 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GT | Falcon |
Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 311 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |