1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 34 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 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 | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 250 GT | 928 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |