1991 Chevrolet SS vs. 1980 Ferrari Pinin
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet SS is newer by 11 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet SS. (245 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet SS.
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, 1991 Chevrolet SS (468 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Pinin. (459 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Pinin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet SS | 1980 Ferrari Pinin | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | SS | Pinin |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 355 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
