1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 51 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 73 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GT | E-150 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 132 L |