1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2006 Opel Zafira

To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 263 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Zafira (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira 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 Opel Zafira
Make Ferrari Opel
Model 250 GT Zafira
Year Released 1959 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 246 Nm 262 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 241 km/hour 220 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1277 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 58 L


 

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