2003 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1955 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, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (658 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Enzo | 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Enzo | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 651 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 658 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 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 | 1305 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
