1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2004 Subaru Baja

To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja 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 2,952 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 75 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

Because 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 2004 Subaru Baja 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 (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 2004 Subaru Baja
Make Ferrari Subaru
Model 250 GT Baja
Year Released 1959 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2952 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 99.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 30 L