1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1966 Holden HD is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden HD weights approximately 285 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1966 Holden HD | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 250 GTO | HD |
Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |