1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1971 Honda 1300
To start off, 1971 Honda 1300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 215 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 20 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300, 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1971 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 250 GTO | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 35 L |
