1963 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,571 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. (251 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
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.
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1963 Ferrari 250 GT | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 250 GT | 360 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3571 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 295 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 | 1495 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 95 L |