2005 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (652 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. (300 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 355 kg more than 1963 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 Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Enzo | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Enzo | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 652 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 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 | 1305 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 133 L |
