2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1964 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 612 | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 133 L |
