1991 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 981 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Astro | 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Astro | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 1991 | 1964 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |