1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 35 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 143 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 325 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, 2000 Ford Puma, 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 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2000 Ford Puma | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GTO | Puma |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 42 L |