1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1985 Ford Laser
To start off, 1985 Ford Laser is newer by 28 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 155 more horse power than 1985 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 433 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser. 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, 1985 Ford Laser, 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1985 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Laser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
