1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 1961 Singer Gazelle is newer by 4 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 136 kg more than 1961 Singer Gazelle. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Singer |
| Model | 250 GT | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
