1960 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 240 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. 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.
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1960 Chevrolet Corvair | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvair | 250 GTE |
Year Released | 1960 | 1962 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2368 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 140 L |