1964 Ferrari 275 vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 275 (256 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 50 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 275.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 275 | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
| Model | 275 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
