1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 237 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (881 Nm) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 250 GTO | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2280 mm |
