1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2004 Porsche GT2 is newer by 48 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 260 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, 2004 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 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 | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 250 GT | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
