1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1958 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 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 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 250 GT | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
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 | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |