1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford GT 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 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 539 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 GT (678 Nm) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT 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 GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GT | GT |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 551 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 678 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |