1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 1988 TVR S2 is newer by 23 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 128 more horse power than 1988 TVR S2. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 TVR S2 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR S2. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR S2.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1988 TVR S2 | |
Make | Ferrari | TVR |
Model | 250 GTO | S2 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 72 mm |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 209 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 | 950 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |