1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1951 MG YB
To start off, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 MG YB would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1951 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1951 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 MG YB weights approximately 145 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1951 MG YB | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 250 GTO | YB |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
