1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1986 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1986 Ford Tempo 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 207 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Tempo weights approximately 155 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo. 1986 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1986 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GTO | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
