1963 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1998 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 35 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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 340 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Ferrari | Venturi |
Model | 250 GTO | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |