2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 48 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (248 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 455 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 8C Competizione | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 245 Nm |
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 | 1500 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |