1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 55 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 857 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2012 Toyota Sienna 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. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ferrari 250 GT 2012 Toyota Sienna
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 250 GT Sienna
Year Released 1957 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2952 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 240 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4700 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 2082 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 5085 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1811 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 76 L


 

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