1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 48 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 167 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 250 GT | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
