1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 41 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 202 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 232 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta, 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm). This means 1964 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | GTO | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
