1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 155 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |