1960 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 53 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1409 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 250 GT | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5842 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
