2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (232 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 260 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. 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, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 575M Maranello | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 140 L |
