1963 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 1993 Proton Persona is newer by 30 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 226 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Proton Persona weights approximately 10 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1963 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 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona, 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Proton |
| Model | 250 GTO | Persona |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 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 Weight | 950 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
