1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2009 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 50 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 81 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 90 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

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, 2009 Toyota Camry, 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 (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 2009 Toyota Camry
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 250 GT Camry
Year Released 1959 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2952 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 50 L