1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1976 Ford Torino
To start off, 1976 Ford Torino is newer by 19 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 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 425 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, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1976 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Torino |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 4090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 87 L |
