1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 48 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 182 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 250 GTO | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2737 mm |
