1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1970 Matra-Simca M530
To start off, 1970 Matra-Simca M530 is newer by 11 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 167 more horse power than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 265 kg more than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1970 Matra-Simca M530 | |
Make | Ferrari | Matra-Simca |
Model | 250 GT | M530 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |