1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3050 mm |
