2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1974 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 308.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1974 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Express | 308 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2560 mm |
