1987 Ferrari GTO vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1987 Ferrari GTO is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari GTO. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 89 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 819 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari GTO | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | GTO | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 904 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1136 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
