1963 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 11 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1963 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.
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1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 250 GTO | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
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 | 950 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |