1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 42 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 148 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1140 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 GTO | Viano |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 79 L |