1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2002 Ford Focus
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 44 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 (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 15 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2002 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GT | Focus |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |