1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 40 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2105 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.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion 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 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GTO | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 3020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 167 L |
