1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. Both 1958 Ferrari 250 GT and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT are equipped with a 2,953 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 270 kg more than 1959 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 250 GT | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |