1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (572 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1957 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (754 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ferrari 250 GT 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Ferrari Chevrolet
Model 250 GT Camaro
Year Released 1957 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 572 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 754 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 103 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1377 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 72 L


 

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