1987 Chrysler TC vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1987 Chrysler TC is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler TC. (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler TC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler TC weights approximately 274 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler TC, 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, 1987 Chrysler TC (298 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler TC | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | TC | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
