1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 49 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 121 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 175 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 250 GT | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 79 L |
