1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2007 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 133 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 471 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.

Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Ferrari 250 GTO 2007 Subaru Forester
Make Ferrari Subaru
Model 250 GTO Forester
Year Released 1962 2007
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 296 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 254 km/hour 190 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 915 kg 1386 kg
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 133 L 60 L


 

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