1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1981 Tatra T613
To start off, 1981 Tatra T613 is newer by 22 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1981 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Tatra T613 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1981 Tatra T613 (270 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 1981 Tatra T613 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 | 1981 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Ferrari | Tatra |
Model | 250 GT | T613 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 270 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2990 mm |