1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (160 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 835 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 250 GT | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 87 L |
