1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (721 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 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 | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 GT | F40 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 640 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1263 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 74 L |
