2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 715 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Astro | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| 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 | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 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 | 1895 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
