1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2003 Opel Omega

To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 37 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 154 more horse power than 2003 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 750 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Ferrari 250 GTO 2003 Opel Omega
Make Ferrari Opel
Model 250 GTO Omega
Year Released 1966 2003
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2953 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 94.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 915 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 133 L 75 L


 

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