1962 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, both 1962 Chrysler New Yorker and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 975 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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. 1962 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chrysler New Yorker | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | New Yorker | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 296 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2400 mm |
