1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 F-350 (495 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 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 F-350 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 110 L |
