1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2000 Ford Artic

To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 43 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Artic weights approximately 118 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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2000 Ford Artic has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Artic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ferrari 250 GT 2000 Ford Artic
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 250 GT Artic
Year Released 1957 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 3998 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 280 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 325 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1298 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 5240 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 68 L


 

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