1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 224 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Chevelle | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 58.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1277 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |