1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 38 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 138 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 85 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | 250 GT | Delta |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |