1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1995 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Zeta is newer by 36 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 410 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Zeta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Zeta. (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1995 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | 250 GT | Zeta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |