1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo

To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 29 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 120 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 275 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
Make Ferrari Mitsubishi
Model 250 GT Sapporo
Year Released 1959 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 2351 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 193 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1045 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2610 mm


 

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