1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2004 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2004 Ford Galaxy is newer by 47 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 599 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, 2004 Ford Galaxy, 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, 2004 Ford Galaxy (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2004 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1779 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
