1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 40 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 118 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 433 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
Model | 250 GT | Omega |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |