2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1976 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1976 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Colorado | 308 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
