1965 Abarth OT vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1965 Abarth OT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP) has 236 more horse power than 1965 Abarth OT. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 190 kg more than 1965 Abarth OT. 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | OT | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 133 L |
