1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1999 Panoz AIV is newer by 35 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz AIV weights approximately 265 kg more than 1964 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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Ferrari | Panoz |
Model | 250 GTO | AIV |
Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 59 L |