1992 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 33 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 361 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, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina (292 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Lumina | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Lumina | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |