2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 760 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Maranello | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Maranello | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 509 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 133 L |
