2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 12 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 157 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1989 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Astro | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
