1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 445 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT.
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 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari 412 GT has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1989 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Express | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
