2004 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 49 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 360 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Impala | 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Impala | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
