1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 207 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 380 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 250 GTO | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
