1967 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 45 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. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu, 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 250 GTO | Malibu |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 61 L |