1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 60 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
Model | 250 GTO | Lago America |
Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |