2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 675 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 456.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ferrari 456. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Silverado | 456 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 110 L |
