1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1963 Ford Anglia

To start off, 1963 Ford Anglia is newer by 6 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 (248 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 267 kg more than 1963 Ford Anglia. 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 (245 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (85 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ferrari 250 GT 1963 Ford Anglia
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 250 GT Anglia
Year Released 1957 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 1198 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 248 HP 47 HP
Torque 245 Nm 85 Nm
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 58.2 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1045 kg 778 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 40 L


 

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