1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2004 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2004 Holden Zafira is newer by 45 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 102 more horse power than 2004 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Zafira weights approximately 415 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, 2004 Holden Zafira, 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 (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2004 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 250 GT | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
