1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A 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 158 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 415 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 GTO | A |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 54 L |