1963 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 43 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 GTO | Viano |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 75 L |
