1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1984 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 25 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) has 157 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 280 kg more than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1984 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 GT | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 57 L |
