1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1997 Renault Safrane is newer by 40 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 138 more horse power than 1997 Renault Safrane. (142 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Safrane weights approximately 345 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1997 Renault Safrane, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 250 GT | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
