1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1982 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1982 Toyota Model F 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 162 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Model F weights approximately 60 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
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 (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Model F. 1982 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1982 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 250 GT | Model F |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1811 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2240 mm |