1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 15 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 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 397 kg more than 1957 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Chevelle | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
