1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2011 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2011 Mazda MPV is newer by 51 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MPV. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda MPV weights approximately 280 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, 2011 Mazda MPV, 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, 2011 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda MPV 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 | 2011 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GTE | MPV |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 75 L |
