1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 365 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GTO | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 85 L |
