1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 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 227 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 225 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 GTO | Panda |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| 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 | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 35 L |
