2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (447 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Tahoe | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 133 L |
