1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 39 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 188 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Echo weights approximately 40 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, 2003 Toyota Echo, 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo. 2003 Toyota Echo 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. 2003 Toyota Echo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 250 GTO | Echo |
Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 45 L |