1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 42 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 80 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, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 GTO | Palio |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 54 L |
