1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1992 Porsche 964
To start off, 1992 Porsche 964 is newer by 27 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 964. (261 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 964. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 964 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1992 Porsche 964 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, 1992 Porsche 964 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, 1992 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1992 Porsche 964 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 250 GTO | 964 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 73 L |