1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1987 TVR S
To start off, 1987 TVR S is newer by 28 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 87 more horse power than 1987 TVR S. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1987 TVR S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 145 kg more than 1987 TVR S. 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1987 TVR S | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 250 GT | S |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
