1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1978 Seat 133

To start off, 1978 Seat 133 is newer by 16 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 262 more horse power than 1978 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 225 kg more than 1978 Seat 133. 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 133.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Ferrari 250 GTO 1978 Seat 133
Make Ferrari Seat
Model 250 GTO 133
Year Released 1962 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 841 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 915 kg 690 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 3460 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2030 mm


 

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