2004 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1984 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 820 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Maranello | 1984 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
| Model | Maranello | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 45 L |
