2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 440 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Astro | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 110 L |
