2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 45 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 31 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 360 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |