1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 25 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO weights approximately 180 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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 288 GTO | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 100 L |