1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (721 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Ferrari F40 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
Make Ferrari Chevrolet
Model F40 Avalanche
Year Released 1989 2010
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2936 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 640 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 721 Nm 454 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1263 kg 1261 kg
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 117 L


 

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