1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1962 Lancia Appia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 230 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 250 GT | Appia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 42 L |
