1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 44 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-150 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 2008 Ford E-150, 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2008 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GTO | E-150 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 132 L |