1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 490 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Because 1964 Ferrari 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 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 1964 Ferrari GTO (255 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 1964 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | GTO | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
