2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 264 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Silverado | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 118 L |