1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1221 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.

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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. 2011 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast 2011 Chevrolet Express
Make Ferrari Chevrolet
Model 500 Superfast Express
Year Released 1965 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4963 cc 6600 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 396 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3100 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 711 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 2761 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 2070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 3429 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 117 L


 

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