1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 45 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. 2007 GMC Acadia 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. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 250 GTE | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 83 L |
