1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 46 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) has 188 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 200 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 GTO | Viano |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5000 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 |
