1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1989 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 348 is newer by 17 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 348.
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, 1989 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1989 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Chevelle | 348 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 96 L |
