1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1174 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 250 GTO | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 129 L |
