1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari 308. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ferrari 308 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 308 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3650 mm |