1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 49 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 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 2007 Maybach 57 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. 2007 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maybach |
| Model | 250 GT | 57 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 110 L |
