1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1989 Ferrari F1 89
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 is newer by 30 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 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F1 89 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 (593 HP @ 12500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F1 89 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 685 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F1 89.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1989 Ferrari F1 89 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 GT | F1 89 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 593 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 12500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
