1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 583 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (295 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
| Model | 250 GT | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |
