1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Allante is newer by 20 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 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 675 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, 1986 Cadillac Allante, 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, 1986 Cadillac Allante (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. 1986 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Cadillac Allante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Cadillac Allante | 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Allante | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 133 L |