1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1984 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 615 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 1984 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
Model | F50 | Chevette |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 45 L |