1987 Ferrari GTO vs. 1978 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1987 Ferrari GTO is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 370 kg more than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 815 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari GTO | 1978 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
| Model | GTO | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 904 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 855 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
