1963 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 700 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1972 Ford Torino | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GTO | Torino |
Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 87 L |