1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 776 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.
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 Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Territory |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 3984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
