1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1968 Isuzu 117 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117. 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
Model | 250 GT | 117 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 142 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |