1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 39 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 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 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, 2001 Ford F-150 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2001 Ford F-150 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. 2001 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GTO | F-150 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3050 mm |