1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 54 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tundra. (234 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 105 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.

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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2011 Toyota Tundra 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. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ferrari 250 GT 2011 Toyota Tundra
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 250 GT Tundra
Year Released 1957 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2952 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 240 HP 234 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 266 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 50 L


 

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