1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1966 Ford GT 40 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 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 141 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
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 (246 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GT | GT 40 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 85 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 72.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 125 L |