1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1528 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
Model | 250 GT | Freelander |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 401 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 181 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 | 1180 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |