1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1989 Maserati 430
To start off, 1989 Maserati 430 is newer by 31 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 13 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 430. (247 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 125 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430. 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, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1989 Maserati 430 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 250 GT | 430 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
