1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 43 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 335 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 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 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GTO | F-350 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 110 L |