1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 17 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 140 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Valiant | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 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 | 461 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 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |