1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2007 Seat Toledo

To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 50 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 142 more horse power than 2007 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 240 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, 2007 Seat Toledo, 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2007 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ferrari 250 GT 2007 Seat Toledo
Make Ferrari Seat
Model 250 GT Toledo
Year Released 1957 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 55 L


 

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