1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1961 Ferrari 156
To start off, 1961 Ferrari 156 is newer by 2 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 156. (187 HP @ 9500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 780 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 156. 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 | 1961 Ferrari 156 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 GT | 156 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
