1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 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 99 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 683 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
| Model | 250 GT | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
