1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 49 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 120 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 625 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
| Model | 250 GT | Musso |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |
