1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2001 Toyota Solara is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 250 GTE | Solara |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 199 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 | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
