1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 42 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 577 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang 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 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GTO | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 59 L |
