1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1969 Porsche 908
To start off, 1969 Porsche 908 is newer by 10 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 520 kg more than 1969 Porsche 908.
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 | 1969 Porsche 908 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 250 GT | 908 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2195 cc |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 660 kg |