2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 570 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Colorado | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
