1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy

To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 42 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 207 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 789 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy, 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Ferrari 250 GTO 2007 Ford Galaxy
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 250 GTO Galaxy
Year Released 1965 2007
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2952 cc 1894 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 254 km/hour 164 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 950 kg 1739 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 133 L 70 L


 

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