2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. (235 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 352 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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 SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | SSR | 250 GTE |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 140 L |