1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 40 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 430 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 250 GTO | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 64 L |
