1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 40 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 110 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe 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 | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 GT | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
