1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 615 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Ferrari Hyundai
Model 250 GT Santa Fe
Year Released 1959 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2952 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 186 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 249 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 230 km/hour 176 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 1855 kg
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 75 L


 

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