1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1949 Ferrari 166
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ferrari 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ferrari 166 would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1949 Ferrari 166. (154 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1949 Ferrari 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 500 kg more than 1949 Ferrari 166. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1949 Ferrari 166 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 GT | 166 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 700 kg |
