1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 43 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 153 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 522 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo, 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GTO | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 59 L |
