1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 45 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 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 647 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO. 2009 Ferrari F430 has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari GTO has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Ferrari GTO | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | GTO | F430 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 465 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |