1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 40 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 3,931 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 761 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, 2005 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln LS 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 | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
Model | 250 GTO | LS |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 3931 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 280 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 68 L |