2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 147 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |