1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 40 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1941 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1966 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 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam, 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GTO | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 54 L |
