1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2007 Smart Brabus

To start off, 2007 Smart Brabus 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 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 198 more horse power than 2007 Smart Brabus. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart Brabus.

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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart Brabus. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart Brabus. 2007 Smart Brabus 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 Smart Brabus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Ferrari 250 GTO 2007 Smart Brabus
Make Ferrari Smart
Model 250 GTO Brabus
Year Released 1962 2007
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 999 cc
Horse Power 296 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 254 km/hour 155 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2510 mm


 

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