1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1949 Ford Custom
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ford Custom would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1949 Ford Custom. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1949 Ford Custom.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1949 Ford Custom | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Custom |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
