1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 560 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1963 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 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Lumina | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 133 L |