1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 25 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 (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
| Model | 250 GT | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
