1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 53 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), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1291 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 250 GT | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
