1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 462 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GT | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
