1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2005 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline 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 Econoline | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GT | Econoline |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3510 mm |