1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 344 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Camaro | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 58.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |