1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 513 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 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2005 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
Model | 250 GT | M |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |