1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia 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 | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 250 GT | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2737 mm |
