1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1976 Mini MK IV
To start off, 1976 Mini MK IV is newer by 17 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 179 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK IV. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 555 kg more than 1976 Mini MK IV. 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, 1976 Mini MK IV, 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 (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK IV. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1976 Mini MK IV | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mini |
| Model | 250 GT | MK IV |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |
