1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 50 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Tracker | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
