1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 23 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 178 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 230 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, 1988 Renault 25, 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1988 Renault 25 | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 250 GTO | 25 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |