1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2011 Alpina D3
To start off, 2011 Alpina D3 is newer by 47 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Alpina D3. (211 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina D3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina D3 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 2011 Alpina D3 (450 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2011 Alpina D3 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. 2011 Alpina D3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2011 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alpina |
| Model | 250 GTO | D3 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
