1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1516 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 250 GT | Tundra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |