1992 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 530 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Astro | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Astro | 308 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
