1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1953 Ferrari 250
To start off, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 250 would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1953 Ferrari 250. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1953 Ferrari 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 220 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 250. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 1953 Ferrari 250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 250 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4636 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
