2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 21 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Colorado | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
