2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 492 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Avalanche | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
