1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 24 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 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 380 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta, 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 (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 34 L |
