1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2003 Ford GT
To start off, 2003 Ford GT is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Ford GT.
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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2003 Ford GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 500 Superfast | GT |
Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |