1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2005 Tata Mint
To start off, 2005 Tata Mint is newer by 49 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 217 more horse power than 2005 Tata Mint. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Mint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 328 kg more than 2005 Tata Mint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Tata Mint, 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, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Mint. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Mint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 2005 Tata Mint | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tata |
| Model | 250 GT | Mint |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
