1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1978 Seat 127 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 340 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (64 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1978 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 250 GT | 127 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
