1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 is newer by 54 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1651 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, 2011 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 654 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2011 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maybach |
| Model | 250 GT | 62 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 110 L |
