1963 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 930 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1988 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 GTO | G |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
