1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1978 Seat 127
To start off, 1978 Seat 127 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 725 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE 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 GTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Seat 127, 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 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1978 Seat 127 | |
Make | Ferrari | Seat |
Model | 250 GTE | 127 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2230 mm |