1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 44 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 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 892 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | GTO | 599 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
| 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 | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
