1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1963 Ferrari 156
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 156 is newer by 5 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. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 156. (187 HP @ 9500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 583 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 156. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1963 Ferrari 156 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 GT | 156 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 119 L |
