1990 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 33 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (248 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 228 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, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (310 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 328 GTS | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 58.8 mm |
| 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 | 1273 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
