1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1969 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1969 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 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 4,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (217 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 250 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1969 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GTO | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 41 L |
