1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1337 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2012 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GT | Expedition |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 494 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 106 L |