1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2009 Saleen S7
To start off, 2009 Saleen S7 is newer by 52 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saleen S7 weights approximately 67 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, 2009 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 689 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Saleen S7 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 | 2009 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saleen |
| Model | 250 GT | S7 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| 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 | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2692 mm |
