1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 39 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 32 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 250 GT | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
