2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1629 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Express | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |
