2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 566 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 Venture, 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 Venture (285 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Venture | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |