1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 305 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Ferrari | Willys-Overland |
Model | 250 GT | Rural |
Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |