1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1973 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1973 Innocenti J4 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 2,953 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 191 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 397 kg more than 1973 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Innocenti J4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1973 Innocenti J4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Innocenti |
Model | 250 GT | J4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |