1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 1976 Ferrari 306
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 306 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 306 (241 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 306 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 306 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 306. (265 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 1976 Ferrari 306 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | DeVille | 306 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1884 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
