1960 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 140 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1960 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 250 GT | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 250 GT | Solara |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |