1963 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 43 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 508 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1963 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 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GTO | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 59 L |