1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (285 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1978 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Camaro | 400 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4295 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 335 HP |
Torque | 376 Nm | 422 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |