1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 73 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE 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 GTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus, 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, 2004 Ford Taurus (281 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GTE | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 68 L |
