1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1990 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 348 is newer by 18 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 18 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Chevelle | 348 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
