1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2001 Opel Meriva is newer by 36 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 173 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 440 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, 2001 Opel Meriva, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 250 GTO | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 53 L |
