1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 43 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 251 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 GTO | Carol |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 30 L |
