1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1959 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 120 kg more than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1959 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 GTE | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 38 L |
