1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1981 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 308.
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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (319 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1981 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | S-10 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |
