1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 1978 Fiat 131 is newer by 21 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 181 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 45 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131. 1978 Fiat 131 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. 1978 Fiat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 GT | 131 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
