1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 44 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 840 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 250 GT | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
