1990 Cadillac Allante vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Allante is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Allante. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 640 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1965 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 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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. 1990 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Allante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Cadillac Allante | 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Allante | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.8 mm |
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 | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 133 L |