2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 40 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 619 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, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu 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. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Malibu | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 133 L |