1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 52 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 214 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2009 Ford E-350 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. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GT | E-350 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 15 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 132 L |