2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 125 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo.
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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Astro | 512 BBi Turbo |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 815 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |