1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 851 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 250 GT | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 93 L |
