2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 47 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 225 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 360 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
