1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira 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 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 140 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 260 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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
| Model | 250 GT | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
