1951 Bugatti Type 101 vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 14 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1951 Bugatti Type 101. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 490 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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 | 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
| Model | Type 101 | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3255 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
