1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 400 is newer by 22 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 590 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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 400 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 400 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 262 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 100 L |