1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 400 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (415 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | 250 GT | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |
