1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 200 kg more than 1956 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Charger | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |