1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. (235 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 20 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Rally Raid | 250 GTE |
Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |