2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 50 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1428 kg more than 1955 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1955 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Silverado | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
