1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 54 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 117 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 122 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo, 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ferrari 250 GT 2012 Ford Mondeo
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 250 GT Mondeo
Year Released 1958 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 260 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 83.1 mm
Top Speed 203 km/hour 210 km/hour
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 1437 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 59 L