2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1989 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 485 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 348.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1989 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Astro | 348 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 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 | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 96 L |
