1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 50 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 250 GTO | Beta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 45 L |
