2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1980 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 666 kg more than 1980 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, 2003 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Astro | 1980 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Astro | 308 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 74 L |