2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Express | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 133 L |
