1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1986 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1986 Ford Sierra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 136 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Sierra weights approximately 316 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1986 Ford Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1986 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GTO | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 116 L |
