1967 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2008 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2008 Ford S-Max is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Ford S-Max. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford S-Max weights approximately 828 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford S-Max, 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, 2008 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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1967 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2008 Ford S-Max | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 GTO | S-Max |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
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 | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 70 L |