1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC is newer by 31 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 174 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saturn SC weights approximately 165 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saturn |
| Model | 250 GTO | SC |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
