2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1357 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO 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.
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2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Silverado | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2272 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 133 L |