1977 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 20 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 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (248 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 895 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, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 De Tomaso Deauville | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Deauville | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
