1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2005 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 375 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V. 2005 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 2005 Honda CR-V
Make Ferrari Honda
Model 250 GT CR-V
Year Released 1959 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1045 kg 1420 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 58 L