1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2005 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Honda Pilot. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2005 Honda Pilot 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. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2005 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 250 GTO | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 77 L |
