1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 55 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 276 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora 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 | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 250 GT | Evora |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |
