1986 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1986 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 29 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 100 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler Conquest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler Conquest | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Conquest | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
