1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 308 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
