1960 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2008 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2008 Lancia Musa is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Musa. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Musa weights approximately 116 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Musa, 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Musa. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Musa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | 2008 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 250 GT | Musa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 47 L |
