1967 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 142 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
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, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Chevelle | F430 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6478 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
