2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 1985 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 208.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 208. 2001 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 1985 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Express | 208 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 74 L |