2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 809 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Town & Country | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
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 | 220 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 58.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |