1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 160 kg more than 1959 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 512 BB | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2952 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 100 L |
