1968 Ferrari 275 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 275. (297 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 275. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 275 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 275 has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 275 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 275 | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 275 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
