1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 45 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 3,723 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1145 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 GTO | Viano |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 228 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 75 L |