1963 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2001 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2001 Smart Roadster is newer by 38 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2001 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2001 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Ferrari | Smart |
Model | 250 GTO | Roadster |
Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 35 L |