1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 956 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

Because 2011 SsangYong Musso 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 Musso 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 Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso
Make Ferrari SsangYong
Model 250 GT Musso
Year Released 1959 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 22.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1045 kg 2001 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 70 L


 

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