1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2004 Toyota Allion

To start off, 2004 Toyota Allion 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 128 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Allion. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Toyota Allion, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Allion. (148 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Allion. 2004 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 2004 Toyota Allion
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 250 GT Allion
Year Released 1959 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2952 cc 1453 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4980 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2710 mm


 

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