1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 47 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 237 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 15 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda 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, 2012 Fiat Panda 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 GTO | Panda |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 30 L |
