2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 625 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Kamal | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 133 L |