2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT

To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 44 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (280 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 465 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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ferrari Maranello 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
Make Ferrari Ferrari
Model Maranello 250 GT
Year Released 2001 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5473 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 478 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 568 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 58.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 9.2:1
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 1645 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 114 L 100 L


 

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