1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1972 Matra-Simca M530
To start off, 1972 Matra-Simca M530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 @ 7500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1972 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1972 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Matra-Simca M530 weights approximately 20 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1972 Matra-Simca M530 | |
Make | Ferrari | Matra-Simca |
Model | 250 GTO | M530 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2570 mm |