1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1975 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1975 Avanti Avanti is newer by 18 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 355 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 1975 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1975 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Ferrari | Avanti |
Model | 250 GT | Avanti |
Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |