1951 Bugatti Type 101 vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bugatti Type 101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bugatti Type 101 would be higher. At 3,255 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Bugatti Type 101 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1951 Bugatti Type 101. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1951 Bugatti Type 101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bugatti Type 101 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bugatti Type 101 | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
| Model | Type 101 | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3255 cc | 2951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
