1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 44 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 261 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tata |
| Model | 250 GTO | Nano |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 37 L |
