2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (232 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Express | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 140 L |
