1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL is newer by 38 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 234 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 352 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2003 Mahindra CL 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, 2003 Mahindra CL 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mahindra |
| Model | 250 GTO | CL |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
