2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 43 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 834 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Magnum | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1749 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 133 L |
