1963 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 42 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 634 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GTO | GT |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 551 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 66 L |
