1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 47 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 535 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.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-150 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 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 114 L |
