1963 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 46 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (280 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 1191 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2009 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (355 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2009 Saab 03-Sep 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. 2009 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Ferrari | Saab |
Model | 250 GTO | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 61 L |