1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1968 Porsche 906
To start off, 1968 Porsche 906 is newer by 9 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 30 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 906. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 906. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 428 kg more than 1968 Porsche 906. 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 | 1968 Porsche 906 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 250 GT | 906 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |
