2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT

To start off, 2009 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 50 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 406 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2009 Daewoo Matiz, 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.

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2009 Daewoo Matiz 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
Make Daewoo Ferrari
Model Matiz 250 GT
Year Released 2009 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 995 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 87 Nm 246 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 68.5 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.5 mm 58.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 152 km/hour 241 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 871 kg 1277 kg
Vehicle Length 3500 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 100 L