1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 40 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1762 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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 F-250 (495 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | GTO | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3490 mm |
