1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 557 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 250 GT | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |