1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 47 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 87 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 80 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
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, 2007 Fiat Croma, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma. 2007 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 GTE | Croma |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 62 L |
