1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1997 Bentley Turbo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1958 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 1997 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bentley Turbo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Turbo | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 100 L |
