1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept 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 6,392 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 854 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 Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept 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 Shelby GR-1 Concept | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GTO | Shelby GR-1 Concept |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 132 L |
