1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 37 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 49 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 485 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (334 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 250 GTO | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
