1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Toyota Camry is newer by 42 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 (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Camry weights approximately 180 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, 2001 Toyota Camry, 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 (260 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 250 GT | Camry |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 | 1180 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
