1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2007 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz 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 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 165 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 227 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2007 Honda Jazz, 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz. 2007 Honda Jazz 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 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 2007 Honda Jazz
Make Ferrari Honda
Model 250 GT Jazz
Year Released 1959 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 1337 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 246 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 241 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1277 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 42 L


 

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