1960 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 42 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 157 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GT | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2990 mm |
