1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2003 TVR Sagaris is newer by 47 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 TVR Sagaris.
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, 2003 TVR Sagaris (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Sagaris 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 | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 250 GT | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 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 | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
