1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 11 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 28 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 GT | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 127 L |
