1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 41 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 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1785 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.
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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 707 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 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 | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Ferrari | Maybach |
Model | 250 GTO | 57 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 5982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 110 L |