1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1992 Porsche 964
To start off, 1992 Porsche 964 is newer by 35 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 964. (261 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 964. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 964 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1992 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 964 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 | 1992 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 250 GT | 964 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |
