1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2000 GMC Safari

To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 36 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 1041 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2000 GMC Safari 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. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Ferrari 250 GTO 2000 GMC Safari
Make Ferrari GMC
Model 250 GTO Safari
Year Released 1964 2000
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 296 HP 190 HP
Torque 294 Nm 319 Nm
Top Speed 254 km/hour 165 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 915 kg 1956 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2830 mm


 

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