1953 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1953 Chevrolet Corvette. (150 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1953 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 248 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3859 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
