1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 50 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 114 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 790 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 250 GTO | Equinox |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 71 L |