1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix weights approximately 355 kg more than 1958 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, 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Dodge Phoenix | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 58.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2610 mm |