2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 173 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Lumina | 308 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1603 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
