1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 32 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 191 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 210 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, 1998 Toyota Carina, 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 250 GTO | Carina |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |