1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 14 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 685 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.
Because 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 250 GTE | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 91 L |
