1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2400 mm |
