1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 36 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 166 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 415 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 250 GTO | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
