1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 23 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 60 kg more than 1982 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 (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 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 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 250 GT | Celica |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |