1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2000 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 28 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 73 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2000 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Chevelle | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 114 L |
