1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 54 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 885 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 250 GT | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
