1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1954 Ferrari 250
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 250 would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 250 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 250 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 233 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 250.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
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1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1954 Ferrari 250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Camaro | 250 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3391 cc | 2963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 140 L |