1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
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 Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 208 | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 208 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |