1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 47 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 134 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 274 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 250 GTE | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |
