1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 50 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 629 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GTO | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 58 L |
