2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 45 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 894 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1962 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 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Town & Country | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 133 L |