1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1309 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
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 Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. 2011 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 512 BB | Express |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6600 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 117 L |