1993 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1993 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 34 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 325 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Intrepid, 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, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 1993 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 1993 Dodge Intrepid 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. 1993 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Intrepid | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Intrepid | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5123 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
