1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 575 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1966 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 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
Model | 250 GTO | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |