1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2010 GMC Savana

To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 51 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1162 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, 2010 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2010 GMC Savana 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. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 2010 GMC Savana
Make Ferrari GMC
Model 250 GT Savana
Year Released 1959 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2952 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 452 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 2402 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 2073 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3429 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 117 L


 

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