1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1973 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 312 is newer by 14 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 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 312 (478 HP @ 12500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 312 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 445 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 312.
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 | 1973 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 GT | 312 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 12500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
