1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 35 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 225 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Rally Raid | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
