1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti EX weights approximately 444 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 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2011 Infiniti EX 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. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 250 GT | EX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
