1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 48 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mustang. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mustang weights approximately 475 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford Mustang (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang 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 | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GT | Mustang |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 100.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |