1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1959 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1959 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 12 M.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1959 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 288 GTO | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1620 mm |
