1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1966 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1966 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 7 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1966 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 227 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1966 Fiat Grand Break | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 250 GT | Grand Break |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |