1963 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 285 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 250 GTE | Camaro |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2951 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 72 L |