1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 46 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1203 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 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 | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 132 L |
