1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 445 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 250 GT | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |
