1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 740 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.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 250 GTO | 911 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 67 L |