1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 51 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 2009 Porsche 911 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. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 250 GT | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |