1980 Ferrari Pinin vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Pinin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Pinin would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 931 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Pinin.

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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Pinin. (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Pinin. 2012 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari Pinin has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari Pinin will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Ferrari Pinin 2012 Chevrolet Express
Make Ferrari Chevrolet
Model Pinin Express
Year Released 1980 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 6600 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 355 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3100 RPM
Torque 459 Nm 711 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 2761 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5692 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3429 mm


 

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