1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1998 Ford Royale
To start off, 1998 Ford Royale is newer by 39 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1998 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Royale.
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, 1998 Ford Royale, 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 (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1998 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Royale |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
