2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 988 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Rendezvous | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 133 L |
