2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier 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 Buick Rainier 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 Buick Rainier (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rainier | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Rainier | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2400 mm |