1959 Ferrari 256 F1 vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 256 F1. (291 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 256 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari A10 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 256 F1. 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.
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1959 Ferrari 256 F1 | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ascari |
Model | 256 F1 | A10 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2636 mm |