1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1990 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1990 Holden Commodore is newer by 28 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1990 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Commodore weights approximately 395 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1990 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 250 GTO | Commodore |
Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2740 mm |