1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 10 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GTO | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 125 L |
