1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1953 Ferrari 250
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 250 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1953 Ferrari 250. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1953 Ferrari 250.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1953 Ferrari 250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 GT | 250 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 140 L |
