1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 1997 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1997 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 33 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 767 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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 1997 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | GTO | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
