1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 52 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 655 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.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 250 GT | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
