1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. Both 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT are equipped with a 2,953 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 95 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 250 GTE | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1962 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 100 L |