1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (248 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 284 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (283 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Dino | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 248 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
