1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 577 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | GTO | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
