1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1983 TVR 350i
To start off, 1983 TVR 350i is newer by 28 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR 350i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 TVR 350i. (197 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1983 TVR 350i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 17 kg more than 1983 TVR 350i. 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, 1983 TVR 350i (298 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 1983 TVR 350i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 1983 TVR 350i | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 250 GT | 350i |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
