1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 46 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 539 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Toyota Crown (328 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2003 Toyota Crown 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. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 250 GT | Crown |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 71 L |