1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1967 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1967 Ford 12 M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 193 kg more than 1967 Ford 12 M. 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1967 Ford 12 M | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GT | 12 M |
Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 125 L |