1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 348 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 1990 Cadillac Aurora has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Aurora | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
