1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2000 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,952 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 104 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 156 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2000 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 250 GT | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
