1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO

To start off, 1968 Datsun 1800 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1968 Datsun 1800. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1968 Datsun 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Datsun 1800 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Datsun 1800. (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Datsun 1800.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Datsun 1800 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
Make Datsun Ferrari
Model 1800 250 GTO
Year Released 1968 1964
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1816 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 106 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 156 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 58.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 166 km/hour 254 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 915 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 133 L


 

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