1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1963 Riley Elf
To start off, 1963 Riley Elf is newer by 4 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 204 more horse power than 1963 Riley Elf. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley Elf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 590 kg more than 1963 Riley Elf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Riley Elf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley Elf. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley Elf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1963 Riley Elf | |
| Make | Ferrari | Riley |
| Model | 250 GT | Elf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 25 L |
