1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1964 MG MGC
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1964 MG MGC. (149 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1964 MG MGC.
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, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1964 MG MGC | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 250 GTO | MGC |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
