1963 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1963 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 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Stilo, 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 GTE | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2951 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 58 L |
