1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 52 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 507 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
