1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2004 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 39 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 348 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer 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 | 2004 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GTO | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 85 L |
