1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 33 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 234 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 387 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1999 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mahindra CL 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mahindra |
| Model | 250 GTO | CL |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
