1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart is newer by 35 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 202 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart weights approximately 560 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (185 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart 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. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 GTO | Smart |
Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 185 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 88 L |