1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1960 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 (292 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 680 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1.
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 | 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 250 GT | 256 F1 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 159 L |