1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 40 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. Both 1958 Ferrari 250 GT and 1998 Mazda MPV are equipped with a 2,953 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 405 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GT | MPV |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
