1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 46 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 152 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 5 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, 2004 Seat Altea, 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Ferrari | Seat |
Model | 250 GT | Altea |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |