1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1967 Ferrari 365 California
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 365 California is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 California weights approximately 315 kg more than 1956 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (363 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 1967 Ferrari 365 California | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 GT | 365 California |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 133 L |
