1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2008 Opel GT
To start off, 2008 Opel GT is newer by 51 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 20 more horse power than 2008 Opel GT. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel GT weights approximately 155 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 2008 Opel GT (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel GT 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 | 2008 Opel GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | 250 GT | GT |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
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 | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |