2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 41 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 368 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 550 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 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 | 1645 kg | 1277 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |