1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1997 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1997 Subaru SVX is newer by 33 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 705 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1997 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX 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, 1997 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 1997 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1997 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
Model | 250 GTO | SVX |
Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2620 mm |