1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1953 Ferrari 553 F2
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 553 F2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1953 Ferrari 553 F2. (177 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1953 Ferrari 553 F2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 455 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 553 F2. 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.
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1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 250 GT | 553 F2 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1953 |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |