1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 41 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 135 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1302 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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. 2005 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
| Model | 250 GTO | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 80 L |
