1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB 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 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB weights approximately 35 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 GT | 365 BB |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 4388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
