1967 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2008 Mazda Etude

To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Etude weights approximately 178 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO.

Because 1967 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 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Etude, 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, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Ferrari 250 GTO 2008 Mazda Etude
Make Ferrari Mazda
Model 250 GTO Etude
Year Released 1967 2008
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 1839 cc
Horse Power 300 HP 0 HP
Torque 294 Nm 163 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.6:1
Top Speed 254 km/hour 194 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 915 kg 1093 kg
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 133 L 55 L


 

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