1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 37 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 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 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 | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 GT | 456 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 88 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 | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 110 L |
