2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP) has 385 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 306 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ferrari |
| Model | Silhouette | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 570 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 86 L |
