1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2001 Porsche 911 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. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 250 GTO | 911 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 64 L |