1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 675 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera 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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 2005 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 250 GT | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
