1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2002 GMC Safari is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 545 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
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, 2002 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. 2002 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2002 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ferrari | GMC |
Model | 250 GTE | Safari |
Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 98 L |