1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2004 Ford Laser
To start off, 2004 Ford Laser 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 (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Laser weights approximately 70 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 Laser, 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) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2004 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Laser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
