1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, 1985 Subaru XT is newer by 20 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 162 more horse power than 1985 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru XT weights approximately 180 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1985 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru XT. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1985 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 250 GTO | XT |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 60 L |
