1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 31 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 360 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 1997 Toyota Avensis 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. 1997 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 250 GTO | Avensis |
Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 60 L |