1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1960 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 308 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
