1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1983 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 208 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 272 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 208.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1983 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Chevelle | 208 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
