1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1977 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1977 Ferrari Dino is newer by 20 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 104 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, 1977 Ferrari Dino (264 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 1977 Ferrari Dino 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 | 1977 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 GT | Dino |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 74 L |
