1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 20 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 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 97 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 250 GT | Celica |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |