1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 41 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 196 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 317 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z 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, 2000 Honda Z 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 250 GT | Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 35 L |
