1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1972 Ferrari Dino is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 45 kg more than 1956 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, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Dino | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
