2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1172 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (374 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Rainier | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 133 L |
