1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 124 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 98 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 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 250 GT | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |