2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 749 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 400.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Express | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 120 L |
