1967 Avanti Avanti vs. 1960 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 1967 Avanti Avanti is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 (292 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 900 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Avanti Avanti | 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
| Make | Avanti | Ferrari |
| Model | Avanti | 256 F1 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5352 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 159 L |
