2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 800 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Colorado | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 133 L |
