1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 50 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 565 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 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 | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 250 GT | 599 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 105 L |