1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 627 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ferrari GTO | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | GTO | 911 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 420 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |