1960 Ferrari 256 F1 vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 (292 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 2148 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 256 F1 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 60 L |
